Professional Summary
I am Mr. Chhay Piseth, an accomplished development professional based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, with over 15 years of progressive experience in program management, organizational leadership, fundraising, and strategic development across national and regional levels. My career reflects a consistent commitment to driving sustainable impact, empowering communities, and strengthening education and social inclusion systems in Cambodia and beyond.
In my current role as Organizational and Fundraising Director at Speech and Swallowing Therapy Cambodia, I lead the organization’s strategic direction, partnership development, and resource mobilization. I oversee fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and institutional strengthening—ensuring sustainable growth and long-term impact for the organization’s mission to improve lives through inclusive therapy services.
Previously, as Regional Program Manager with United World Schools (UWS) Cambodia under the Global Team, I led the design and delivery of multi-country education programs across Southeast Asia. I coordinated regional strategies aligned with global frameworks and SDG4, built strong partnerships with ministries, INGOs, and donors, and ensured program excellence through robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems. This role deepened my expertise in cross-border program leadership, education innovation, and impact measurement.
From 2018 to 2022, I served as Executive Director at Community Inclusive Care Cambodia (CICC), where I provided organizational leadership, managed day-to-day operations, and guided strategic planning, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement. I successfully expanded partnerships with development agencies, enhanced program quality, and strengthened financial sustainability mechanisms—building a resilient and mission-driven organization.
Earlier in my career, I held key management positions with ChildFund Cambodia and World Vision Cambodia, where I led provincial programs and child sponsorship initiatives. These experiences honed my skills in community engagement, donor relations, staff supervision, and child-centered program implementation, laying a strong foundation for my later leadership roles.
Academically, I hold a Master’s Degree in Management from the University of Management and Economics, along with Bachelor’s Degrees in Communication and Business Administration. This academic grounding complements my professional experience, equipping me with a well-rounded understanding of organizational governance, financial management, communication, and human resource leadership.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my strategic vision, inclusive leadership style, and results-driven management. I believe that meaningful and sustainable change requires collaborative effort, data-informed decision-making, and a commitment to integrity and transparency. My ability to work effectively in multicultural environments, combined with fluency in Khmer and English, enables me to build trust and foster strong partnerships with government, donors, and local communities.
Passionate about education, social inclusion, and community empowerment, I remain dedicated to creating opportunities that improve the well-being of vulnerable populations. Whether leading strategic growth, mobilizing resources, or guiding multi-sectoral teams, I bring to every role a deep sense of purpose, professionalism, and commitment to transformative development.
Education
Master’s Degree in Management
🏫 University: University of Management and Economics (UME)
📅 Years: 2020 – 2022
Bachelor’s Degree in English for Professional Communication
🏫 University: Human Resource University (HRU)
📅 Years: 2006 – 2009
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
🏫 University: National Institute of Business (NIB)
📅 Years: 2006 – 2009
Work Experience
Organizational and Fundraising Director
Speech and Swallowing Therapy Cambodia | 2025 – Present
- Provide strategic direction and leadership in
organizational development and fundraising.
- Design and implement fundraising strategies to
diversify income streams through grants, partnerships, and private donors.
- Build strategic relationships with government
bodies, development partners, and NGOs to strengthen the organization’s
sustainability and reach.
- Lead proposal development, donor engagement,
and reporting to ensure alignment with the organization’s mission and
impact goals.
- Oversee financial management, program
coordination, and team capacity building to achieve high-quality service
delivery and long-term growth.
Regional Program and Fundraising Manager– Global
Team
United World Schools (UWS) Cambodia | 2022 – 2025
- Program Strategy & Planning: Led the
design, coordination, and delivery of regional education programs in
alignment with UWS’s global strategy and SDG4.
- Implementation & Oversight: Managed the
full program cycle—planning, budgeting, execution, monitoring, and
reporting—to ensure quality education outcomes and community impact.
- Partnerships & Collaboration: Cultivated
partnerships with ministries, INGOs, donors, and communities; represented
UWS in regional education forums and sector networks.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL):
Directed MEL systems to track performance, assess impact, and inform
strategic decision-making through evidence-based reporting.
- Leadership & Capacity Building: Supervised
national teams across countries, fostering collaboration, innovation, and
accountability; strengthened staff skills and program management capacity.
Executive Director
Community Inclusive Care Cambodia (CICC) | 2018 – 2022
- Strategic Leadership: Guided organizational
strategy, policy development, and implementation of inclusive
community-based programs.
- Program Management: Oversaw the planning,
execution, and evaluation of development programs addressing social
inclusion, empowerment, and community health.
- Financial Oversight & Fundraising: Managed
organizational budgets and led successful fundraising initiatives to
secure donor funding and ensure financial sustainability.
- Operations & Governance: Supervised
departments and staff, ensuring effective coordination, compliance, and
accountability in day-to-day operations.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Built partnerships
with donors, government agencies, and NGOs to expand CICC’s visibility and
advocacy impact.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Established
systems for program tracking, impact assessment, and transparent donor
reporting.
Provincial Program and Sponsorship Manager
ChildFund Cambodia | 2013 – 2018
- Program Coordination: Led provincial-level
child-focused development programs, ensuring alignment with organizational
strategies and objectives.
- Sponsorship Management: Supervised sponsorship
operations—child enrollment, communication, and reporting—to maintain
donor engagement and program transparency.
- Community Engagement: Fostered partnerships
with local leaders and stakeholders to ensure community ownership and
sustainable development.
- Team & Resource Management: Supervised
program staff, managed budgets, and optimized resources to ensure
effective and timely delivery.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Tracked progress
against key indicators and prepared reports to donors and management
highlighting achievements and lessons learned.
Sponsorship Coordinator
World Vision Cambodia | 2009 – 2013
- Program Administration: Managed daily
sponsorship operations, ensuring timely and accurate communication between
sponsors and sponsored children.
- Child & Community Engagement: Facilitated
activities promoting child well-being and community participation in
sponsorship programs.
- Data & Reporting: Maintained sponsorship
databases and prepared progress reports ensuring quality, transparency,
and compliance.
- Stakeholder Relations: Built strong
relationships with sponsors, communities, and partners to strengthen
engagement and impact.
- Program Integration: Collaborated across departments to align sponsorship with broader child protection and development initiatives.
Key Skills
Leadership and Strategic Management
Encompasses vision, strategic thinking, governance, problem-solving, and decision-making to drive organizational growth and success.
Program and Financial Oversight
Covers program design, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, reporting, budgeting, and fundraising, ensuring efficient resource management.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Includes effective communication, advocacy, public relations, and strong interpersonal engagement to build relationships and promote organizational objectives.
Digital and Technological Proficiency
Represents the use of technology, internet tools, AI, media content creation, and device maintenance to enhance work efficiency and reach.
Adaptability and Personal Effectiveness
Reflects flexibility, resilience, active engagement, commitment, and a solutions-oriented mindset to overcome challenges and drive progress.
Language Skills
| Language | Speaking | Listening | Reading | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khmer | Fluent | Fluent | Fluent | Fluent |
| English | Fluent | Very Good | Fluent | Very Good |
References
Kien Chanthol (Former Supervisor)
Provincial Manager, RTR Kampong Thom
Phone: 087 628 144 / 077 300 471
Email: chanthol.kien@roomtoread.org
Jorge Sanchez (Direct Supervisor)
Senior Global Programme and Funding Manager, UWS International
Phone: +44 7983 518661
Email: jorgesanchez.uwsuk@gmail.com